Metaphor Mania
Simile Showdown
Nonfiction Structures
Mix & Match
Themes & Main Ideas
100

This metaphor is used when someone describes a challenging situation as a "stormy sea." What is this metaphor trying to convey?


    • A difficult or turbulent situation.
100

What is being compared to sunshine in the simile “Her smile was like sunshine on a cloudy day”?

Her smile is being compared to sunshine, suggesting it is warm, bright, and uplifting.

100

What nonfiction text structure is used to outline the causes and effects of climate change?

Cause and Effect.

100

Comparison using “like” or “as"

Simile

100

What is the theme of a novel that explores “love conquers all”?

The theme is the power of love to overcome obstacles and challenges.

200

What does the metaphor “Time is a thief” suggest about time?

Time takes away moments from our lives, implying that it passes quickly and steals opportunities.

200

What does the simile “He fought like a lion in the battle” suggest about his fighting?

It suggests that he fought with great courage and strength.

200

What structure is used to list steps for performing a recipe? 

Sequential

200

Underlying message of a text

Theme

200

What might be the theme of a poem using nature imagery to convey peace and tranquility?

The theme might be finding peace and calmness in the natural world.

300

What is the metaphor “quest for self-discovery” indicating about a character's journey?

The character is on a journey to understand themselves better, exploring their identity and purpose

300

What does the simile “The book was as riveting as a blockbuster movie” imply about the book?

The book was very exciting and engaging, similar to the way a blockbuster movie would be.

300

What structure describes historical events in chronological order?

Chronological Order.

300

Central concept or point of a text

Main Idea

300

How do you find the main idea in a paragraph about deforestation’s environmental impacts?

Identify the central point or message the paragraph conveys about the effects of deforestation on the environment.

400

What does “He has a heart of stone” imply about a person’s emotions?

The person is emotionally cold or unfeeling.

400

What does the simile “as long as a summer day” suggest about the length of the story?

The story felt very lengthy or seemed to go on for a long time.

400

What text structure is used in a travel brochure to describe city attractions?

Description.

400

 Identify the text structure: “A magazine article explaining the benefits of a balanced diet through headings and subheadings.”

Description.

400

How do you spell Mrs.B's last name? 

Escaravage 

500

What does the metaphor “The classroom was a zoo” imply about the classroom?


  • The classroom was chaotic and noisy, much like a zoo.
500

What does the simile “His voice was like nails on a chalkboard” suggest about his voice?

His voice was irritating or unpleasant to hear.

500

What structure is used in a biography to detail a person’s early life, career, and achievements?

Biographical.

500

What is the theme of a story summary: “A young girl learns that true courage is standing up for what is right" 

The theme is the value of courage and integrity in standing up for what is right.

500

What is Mrs.B's favorite drink? 

Coffee 

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